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title: "Digital Technology Services"
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# Digital Technology Services

Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000566026

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## Summary

The Scottish Government is currently engaged in a procurement process for "Digital Technology Services." This initiative is aimed at establishing a collaborative Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) to supply Digital Technology Projects, Resources, and Cyber Security Services across various lots. The procurement process is at the "active" stage, with significant emphasis on transforming public service delivery through digital technology in Scotland. The tender period is set to conclude on 10th February 2023, and organisations in the UK may participate in the procurement through a selective method, enabling a robust competition for these essential services.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses operating in the digital technology sector, especially those skilled in cyber security, project management, and digital resource provision. Companies with expertise in digital transformation, software engineering, and agile methodologies would be particularly well-suited to compete. By successfully integrating their innovative solutions, bidders can contribute to shaping Scotland's digital future while expanding their own market presence through collaborative contracts facilitated by multiple public sector organisations.

## Notice

The Authority is establishing a collaborative Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for Digital Technology Services split into a number of lots for the provision of Digital Technology Projects, Digital Technology Resources and Cyber Security Services. Technology is transforming the way public services are being delivered with significant growth in demand for digital technology services as identified in the Scottish Government's Digital Strategy. There is also a desire by organisations to have access to a wider range of digital technology suppliers to, support agile working, mitigate the skills gap and further develop their cyber security processes. The DPS aims to support a number of Scottish Government strategies and in particular: Realising Scotland's full potential in a digital world: A Digital Strategy for Scotland - http://www.gov.scot/resource/0051/00515583.pdf Safe, Secure and Prosperous: A Cyber Resilience Strategy for Scotland - http://www.gov.scot/Resource/0048/00489206

### Lot Information

Cyber Security Services

For details of public sector organisations who can access the DPS please see section (VI.3 Additional Information) Cyber Security Services Lot will provide cyber security services and resources that will aim to support cyber resilience for organisations. The nature of services and resources typically required is diverse and some examples (non-exhaustive list) are; Cyber Security Specialists, Cyber Security services such as:- Penetration Testing, Cyber Security training and Assessment, Security Architecture Services, Risk Assessment and Management Services, Audit Review & Compliance, Incident Management & Response, Security Testing and Digital Forensics. The scope of this Lot will focus on the supply of services and resources assisting the delivery of cyber resilience. Cyber resilience services and resources will also likely involve: providing expert advice; recommendations; training; or systems testing and assessment. Participants must have at least 12 months experience delivering the types of services within this Lot. Tell us about your company, services you provide and least 2 relevant case study examples from the last 3 years. Examples from both public and/or private sector may be provided. Please try and be as concise as possible and preferably within 2 sides of A4 paper. The aim of the case studies are to show us how you have delivered Cyber Security Services, we require you to evidence capability in this area. Responses to be provided in section C- (Technical and professional ability) part 4C.1.2 of the ESPD Document. It would be beneficial if you could provide, for information only, any professional qualifications/accreditations (if appropriate) your resources have e.g. Agile (SCRUM, DSDM, XP, Kanban) Prince2, ITIL, National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) - Certified Cyber Security Consultancy scheme. Responses on experience and professional qualifications can be provided in part 4C.6 of the ESPD. No form of volume guarantee has been granted by the Authority. The Authority shall not be bound to order any of the services referred to in the lot descriptions. The DPS will be open to entrants throughout its life who meet the minimum criteria.. Economic operators may be excluded from this DPS if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Digital Technology Projects

A key objective of this DPS is to offer a straightforward, flexible and suitable route to market for all Scottish public sector organisations with a requirement for digital technology services across three lots: - Digital Technology Projects - Digital Technology Resources - Cyber Security Services Potential participants have to complete the ESPD (European Single Procurement Document) and meet the minimum entry criteria to participate on the DPS. For details of public sector organisations who can access the DPS please see section (VI.3 Additional Information) This Digital Technology Projects Lot will provide 3rd party supplier delivery and support for digital technology services for organisations. Typically these digital technology projects will have known outcomes, objectives; deliverables; milestones and identified methodologies (e.g. agile is becoming more common). Digital technology projects can be delivered in grouped or isolated phases including an end to end transformation of digital services from strategy/business need development right through to retire/exit or for ad-hoc requirements as part of a wider programme or project. These digital technology projects often need expertise to assist organisations to help develop and deliver specific pieces of work on a service, programme or project. Whilst not all digital projects use agile there is a growing use of the phases; Discovery, Alpha, Beta and Live. Due to the wide and diverse nature of Digital Technology Projects, it isn't possible to list all the types envisaged - but some examples (non-exhaustive list) are; Integration Services, Managed ICT Services, ICT Support, Digital transformation projects, digital/on-line services, software and infrastructure engineering, user research, content design, service design, user experience, testing and auditing, training, service delivery/support, enablement services, data analytics/services and Data science projects. Participants must have at least 12 months experience delivering the types of services within this Lot. Tell us about your company, services you provide and at least 2 relevant case study examples from the last 3 years. Examples from both public and/or private sector may be provided. Please try and be as concise as possible and preferably within 2 sides of A4 paper. The aim of the case studies are to show us how you have delivered Digital Technology Projects, we require you to evidence capability in this area. Responses to be provided in section C- (Technical and professional ability) part 4C.1.2 of the ESPD Document. It would be beneficial if you could also provide, any professional qualifications/accreditations (if appropriate) you have e.g. Agile (SCRUM, DSDM, XP, Kanban) Prince2 and ITIL. Responses on experience and professional qualifications can be provided in part 4C.6 of the ESPD. No form of volume guarantee has been granted by the Authority. The Authority shall not be bound to order any of the services referred to in the lot descriptions.. Economics operators may be excluded from this DPS if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulations 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) 2015.

Digital Technology Resources

For details of public sector organisations who can access the DPS please see section (VI.3 Additional Information). The Digital Technology Resources Lot will provide resource skills and expertise in support of digital technology services. Resources will typically assist with the delivery of digital technology requirements and will be commissioned to deliver specific objectives and tasks. The nature of digital technology resources typically required is diverse and some examples (non-exhaustive list) are; digital specialists, project & programme managers, agile coach, user researcher, digital service design, business analysts, system designer, solutions architect, data architect, data modeller, product manager, systems developer, quality assurance analyst, web operations engineer, senior software engineer, infrastructure engineers, test engineers data and analytics specialists and data scientists. Participants must have at least 12 months experience delivering the types of services within this Lot. Tell us about your company, services you provide and least 2 relevant case study examples from the last 3 years. Examples from both public and/or private sector may be provided. Please try and be as concise as possible and preferably within 2 sides of A4 paper. The aim of the case studies are to show us how you have delivered Digital Technology Resources, we require you to evidence capability in this area. Responses to be provided in section C- (Technical and professional ability) part 4C.1.2 of the ESPD Document. It would be beneficial if you could provide any professional qualifications/accreditations (if appropriate) your resources have e.g. Agile (SCRUM, DSDM, XP, Kanban) Prince2, and ITIL. Responses on experience and professional qualifications can be provided in part 4C.6 of the ESPD. No form of volume guarantee has been granted by the Authority. The Authority shall not be bound to order any of the services referred to in the lot descriptions.. Economic operators may be excluded from this DPS if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN404114 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | August 2021 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G2 8LU |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow North |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 48200000 - Networking, Internet and intranet software package
- 48730000 - Security software package
- 48731000 - File security software package
- 48732000 - Data security software package
- 48800000 - Information systems and servers
- 48900000 - Miscellaneous software package and computer systems
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 72211000 - Programming services of systems and user software
- 72212000 - Programming services of application software
- 72221000 - Business analysis consultancy services
- 72224000 - Project management consultancy services
- 72230000 - Custom software development services
- 72232000 - Development of transaction processing and custom software
- 72243000 - Programming services
- 72260000 - Software-related services
- 72300000 - Data services
- 72400000 - Internet services
- 72500000 - Computer-related services
- 72590000 - Computer-related professional services
- 72600000 - Computer support and consultancy services
- 72800000 - Computer audit and testing services

## Release History

- 13 Jan 2021 at 00:00 - TenderUpdate - OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN404114
- 17 Dec 2018 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC340437

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC340437
  Digital Technology Services - The Authority is establishing a collaborative Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for Digital Technology Services split into a number of lots for the provision of Digital Technology Projects, Digital Technology Resources and Cyber Security Services. Technology is transforming the way public services are being delivered with significant growth in demand for digital technology services as identified in the Scottish Government's Digital Strategy. There is also a desire by organisations to have access to a wider range of digital technology suppliers to, support agile working, mitigate the skills gap and further develop their cyber security processes. The DPS aims to support a number of Scottish Government strategies and in particular: Realising Scotland's full potential in a digital world: A Digital Strategy for Scotland - http://www.gov.scot/resource/0051/00515583.pdf Safe, Secure and Prosperous: A Cyber Resilience Strategy for Scotland - http://www.gov.scot/Resource/0048/00489206

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.gov.scot/Resource/0048/00482416.pdf
- http://www.gov.scot/Resource/0048/00489206
- http://www.gov.scot/resource/0051/00515583.pdf
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2361
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2363
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Topics/Government/Procurement
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Topics/Government/public-bodies/about
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000566026
- https://resources.mygov.scot/standards/digital-first/
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html

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